Submarine cables are the backbone of global digital connectivity, transmitting over 99% of intercontinental data traffic. Nowhere is this infrastructure more vital than in Asia, a region that serves as a crucial hub for global internet traffic. However, climate change presents significant environmental risks to submarine cables, threatening connectivity and economic stability.

Holding the potential to revolutionize fields ranging from cryptography to artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing harnesses the principles of quantum mechanics—such as superposition and entanglement—to process information in ways that classical computers simply cannot.

Submarine cables are the unsung heroes of the digital age, forming a vast network beneath the world's oceans that facilitates global communication and commerce. While the physical infrastructure of these cables is paramount, true resilience extends beyond mere hardware; it encompasses a strategic blend of supplier diversity, route diversification, and tailored resilience strategies that vary across countries and regions.

As enterprises and service providers navigate the complexities of modern connectivity, MEF is accelerating the adoption of Network-as-a-Service (NaaS). Artificial intelligence’s (AI) integration with NaaS is advancing this shift, enabling service providers to drive new business in meeting the emerging demands of enterprise.  

As Southeast Asia embraces digital transformation, Malaysia is emerging as a regional tech leader. With strong infrastructure, a strategic location, and a rapidly growing digital economy, the nation is driving innovation and economic growth.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is at the forefront of innovation and global digital transformation, delivering next-generation digital services to enterprises and consumers. du, one of the country’s leading telecom and digital service providers, has demonstrated its commitment to advancing the 5G Advanced innovation and UAE’s digital landscape.